{"product_id":"melon-hale-s-best-45","title":"Melon Seeds, Hale's Best 45","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eCucumis melo\u003c\/em\u003e). A classic, silky-fleshed super sweet market muskmelon from the early 20th century. In 1923, I.D. Hale encountered a Japanese American market farmer growing this variety in Imperial County (near Brawley, California). This sweet, smooth, orange-fleshed melon has been a staple for home and market growers since!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hale’s Best 45 melons are a reliable heirloom variety known for their sweet orange flesh and netted rind. They grow best in fertile, well-drained soil and thrive in hot, sunny conditions. Water consistently at the base to avoid mildew, and mulch around the base to retain moisture and control weeds. Provide ample spacing and airflow for disease prevention.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511185473822,"sku":"AML101","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/melon_hale_s_best_45.jpg?v=1782398504","url":"https:\/\/www.rareseeds.com\/products\/melon-hale-s-best-45","provider":"RareSeeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}